Monthly Archives: December, 2009

Dogs

Knowing and Understanding Your Bullmastiff

Considered to be one of the most powerful canine breeds, the Bullmastiff was the result of cross breeding English Mastiffs with Old English Bulldogs, and was originally bred to thwart the efforts of various poachers and immobilize them. However, today they are viewed as viable family pets. Additionally, the misconception is that Bullmastiffs are Britain’s oldest breed of canine when in reality it is the Mastiff that is older. For all practical purposes, the Bullmastiff is a relatively recent breed of dog.

Cats

Ensure Your Privileged Pooch is Always Properly Pampered

The World’s Richest Pets … and How to Ensure Your Privileged Pooch is Always Properly Pampered

A cat with a $200,000 trust fund … and how to make sure your pet is well-provided for by avoiding any of the 101 BIGGEST ESTATE PLANNING MISTAKES, written by estate attorney Herbert E. Nass.

Health & Safety

The New FDA Pet Health & Safety Widget

The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) hosted a webinar today for pet health and safety bloggers. Featured speakers, Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, Principal Deputy Commissioner of the FDA, and Dr. Bernadette Dunham, Director of FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, focused on the announcement of a widget containing information on the importance of pet health and safety for both animals and pet owners.

Videos

The World’s Most Tolerant Cats

If you’re a cat you have to watch out for babies and puppies!

Sometimes cats are tolerant beyond all belief. Check out these videos featuring some of the most tolerant cats in the world . . . and the babies and puppies who dare to test their tolerance.